Ash, with his invincible physical body, wants to become a Pokémon Master

"understand!"

At this moment, the two quickly and tacitly split up and moved separately in the bushes.

May quickly ran to the other side and released Torchic.

"Jimo?"

"Turkey, use a squawk!"

"Chima!"

Although Torchic's level is still very low, the effects of its Cry move can still be fully utilized.

A cute cry suddenly rang out in the night sky, and due to the effect of the cry skill, everyone's attention in front of the ruins gate was immediately drawn away.

Suddenly, Ash darted out from the other side and, before anyone could react, quickly led Professor Maze out of the encirclement.

"What?! Meiz just disappeared like that?!"

"Wow, Captain, he can fly!"

"Damn it, who are you people, daring to ruin our Lava Team's plans!"

"You don't need to know!"

This idiot revealed his organization's name so easily, saving Xiaozhi a lot of trouble.

He immediately unleashed a Friendship Rock Smash with a power of one million tons, sending the first Team Magma member charging at him, along with his Pokémon, flying.

Their bodies flew backward like cannonballs, knocking down a group of their comrades.

Upon seeing this, the others immediately trembled and wanted to turn and run away.

"Pikachu, Thunderbolt!"

"Pickup!"

"Ah~, it's numb, numb, numb..."

Electric skills with built-in control are especially useful in this situation, and the rest of the people were all paralyzed and fell to the ground in an instant.

"You did a great job, Haruka."

"We've worked together so well on our first collaboration; we might get along very well."

"Hehe~" Xiaoyao immediately came over with a happy little expression and clapped her hands with Xiaozhi.

After getting Professor Maze, who had recovered, to help contact Officer Jenny, Ash tied up the leader of the group separately.

Then came the interrogation segment that everyone loves to see.

Ash quickly extracted a lot of information from the captain.

"Our Team Magma is one of the largest organizations in the Hoenn region. Do you know how powerful we are, kids?"

"I advise you to release them, otherwise, Chief Crimson Pine..."

Bang, bang, bang!

"Ah~!"

This guy dared to be so arrogant even though he was tied up, so Ash immediately gave him a few Love Punches, and the squad leader's eyes cleared up instantly.

"And then, what is your purpose?"

Seeing Ash raise his fist again, the squad leader hurriedly shouted in a panic.

"Stop! I'll tell you everything, I'll tell you everything!"

"We, Team Magma, believe that human development is closely linked to the overall well-being of the world, and that the coexistence of humans and Pokémon will only hinder human development."

"Especially the Pokémon in the ocean, which have taken up too much of the living space for humans."

"So our ultimate goal is to harness the power of Groudon, the legendary god who created the land."

"To dry up the sea and expand the land, increasing the space available for human activity."

"And this operation targeting the ancient ruins is also because we want to find Groudon's location..."

"Well, we're all working for all of humanity; you could say we're the greatest organization."

"Kid, if you release us, I can recommend you to the leader to join our grand plan... Ah—!"

Before he could finish speaking, Xiao Zhi punched him unconscious.

Xiaoyao frowned as she listened to what she had just heard.

"Is what Xiaozhi said true?"

Xiaoyao was shocked to find such a large and radical organization in her hometown.

After sensing the feedback from the aura power, Ash nodded helplessly.

He wasn't lying.

While Ash also really wanted to find Groudon, Team Magma seemed a bit too extreme, actually saying that the coexistence of humans and Pokémon was wrong...

"If Xiaozhi does that, we absolutely cannot let them achieve their goal!"

Xiaoyao, who is usually cheerful and carefree, had a rare serious expression on her face at this moment.

And Xiaozhi responded to her earnestly.

"of course!"

[Ding! Xiaoyao: Affection +1]

However, it seems there's no point in interrogating this guy anymore. Just now, when Xiao Zhi asked him where the organization's headquarters was located, he actually replied that he had never been there.

"It seems they're just peripheral members; there's no further news." Ash had no choice but to hand them all over to Officer Jenny here.

[Ding! Congratulations on completing the side quest "Rescue Professor Maize": Please rescue Professor Maize, who is not missing any limbs!]

【获得奖励：联盟币+3000；攻击+1；速度+1；地区威望+5；地区好感度+5】

————The Kiss of Absorption————

"Wow, Ash, you guys have only been out for a short time and you've already helped deal with a Team Magma attack. That's amazing!"

"President Damaranchi's recommendation for you to join the Supreme Alliance was indeed the right decision."

During the video call, Professor Oak smiled and praised Ash and May.

Unlike Ash, who was used to it, May was unusually excited when she saw Professor Oak.

"Hello Professor Oak, my name is May!"

"My brother and I grew up listening to your Pokémon educational broadcasts, so it's wonderful to meet you in person!"

"Hehe, if my brother knew I met you, he would be so envious."

"Haha, Ash, you seem to have found a lively new companion very quickly."

Professor Oak is gratified to see the younger generation he has positively influenced thriving.

He immediately greeted Xiaoyao in a very friendly manner.

"But Ash, you've ruined Team Magma's plans this time. Given how these organizations operate, you're probably going to be on their list," Oak said with some concern.

Team Magma and Team Aqua are both deeply entrenched, massive secret societies in the Hoenn region.

On the surface, they appear to be two well-intentioned groups concerned with the natural environment, but no one knows the true extent of their power.

They were already on the league's list of targets for close monitoring, but no one expected that Team Magma would actually attack the Pokémon Center...

"Daigo will have plenty of headaches to deal with from now on."

Professor Oak was somewhat relieved, as there was only Team Rocket, a super-large evil organization, in the Kanto and Johto regions.

Is it that Boss Sakaki is amazing, or that he did something good with bad intentions?

Ash wasn't worried at all when he heard that he might be on Team Magma's wanted list.

"Professor Oak, I'll issue a warrant for Team Magma's arrest."

Not only is he not afraid, Ash even wants to snipe Team Magma, after all, he has the Crimson Gem in his hand.

If Team Magma goes through all that trouble to find Groudon, and Ash jumps out and takes it away...

"I really want to see the expression on the face of Crimson Pine, the leader of Team Lava, back then."

[Ding! Congratulations on triggering a new side quest, "The Magic Doesn't Fly There?": Please find the resting place of the legendary Pokémon Groudon!]

[Rewards: Alliance Coins +4000; Attack +2; Defense +2; Free Attribute Points +2; New Trait "Earth Control"]

"Yes, with your strength, there's really nothing to worry about." Professor Oak was quite confident in Ash, but he still reminded him to be careful and not to be careless.

"I also have some good news for you, Ash."

"After understanding your strength, the Supreme Alliance has passed all your checks!"

"You're the first and only one to qualify out of all the regions."

"Next, as long as you win the Hoenn League, you can go to the Supreme League headquarters for the final selection of the Elite Four."

Unexpectedly, May suddenly perked up after hearing Professor Oak say that.

"If you're qualified to participate in the Elite Four selection, then Ash, aren't you an Elite Four candidate?"

"So you're such an amazing person."

"May, you actually know about the Elite Four?" Ash exclaimed in surprise. "I thought you didn't care about trainers at all."

Upon hearing this, Xiaoyao's expression immediately changed, and she couldn't help but laugh awkwardly.

"Haha, of course! There isn't a single trainer in the world who doesn't want to become an Elite Four member and a champion."

"After all, this is not only a symbol of status and power, but also represents the highest honor on one's path as a trainer!"

Actually, it's just because Haruka's father is also a candidate for the Four Heavenly Kings.

Moreover, he's the kind of super reserve trainer who can step in anytime he issues a challenge, which is why May only knows a little about him.

Seeing that May said that, Ash didn't suspect anything and turned to Professor Oak to ask about the recent situation of his Pokémon.

And before Hanako's mother, who arrived later, could finish her nagging, he quickly hung up the phone.

"May and Pikachu, although there was a little accident, let's regroup tomorrow and head to Petalburg City, where the nearest gym is located!"

"Oh, going to Orange Blossom City?"

"Of course, why are you making that face, Xiaoyao?"

Chapter 349 Meeting the Parents

Ash and his friends, who are currently challenging the Hoenn League, have finally arrived at Petalburg City, the first major city they have encountered on their journey, after a day of travel.

"Ash, wait for me~, you don't have to be in such a hurry."

On the city's main street, Ash and Pikachu strode forward with their usual enthusiasm, while May followed slowly behind, exhausted and drooping her head.

"And are we really going to the Petalburg Gym?"

"Of course! Challenging gyms is a must if you want to participate in the League Tournament!"

"Haruka, you also want to challenge the Hoenn League, right?"

"Ah, well... I guess so..."

Ignoring May's unnatural expression, Ash excitedly found the route to Petalburg Gym on the map.

Although Ash had already found out before coming that the challenge rules for Petalburg Gym required collecting all four badges first.

But he did learn that the new gym leader was a very powerful man, known as one of the next Elite Four, and he happened to be passing through Petalburg City.

Xiao Zhi was really unwilling to give up without going to see for himself.

"At the very least, they should observe the gym battles of the other challengers and see what the new gym leader is capable of before leaving!"

If he is truly a strong opponent, then Ash will be able to give it his all.

"What kind of person is the Petalburg Gym Leader? I'm really looking forward to it."

"The Gym Leader of Petalburg City~"

"Xiaoyao, do you know?"